Manchester United Plans to Cut Player Salaries, Cristiano Ronaldo Is Ready to Withdraw

DBasia.news – Manchester United reportedly have plans to reduce spending by cutting player salaries. However, the decision could make Cristiano Ronaldo leave.

After finishing second behind Manchester City last season, Manchester United are hoping to compete in the top flight again. Moreover, the Red Devils arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo for the second time.

Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t take long to adapt to show his sharpness. So far, he has scored 14 goals in all competitions. This number is the highest compared to all Manchester United players.

However, Ronaldo’s slick performance was not enough to carry Manchester United to compete in the top flight. Currently, the Red Devils are stuck in seventh position in the standings. Man United is 21 points behind The Citizens who are at the top of the standings.

This condition is very risky for Manchester United’s finances. Because, if they fail to qualify for the Champions League next season, Man United will lose some funds that can be used for team operations.

Therefore, according to the Express report, Manchester United plans to cut players’ salaries by up to 25 percent if they fail to compete in the Champions League next season. In this way, expenses can be reduced.

However, the move also had a domino effect on Cristiano Ronaldo’s future. Reportedly, the former Real Madrid will leave if his salary is cut next season.

Moreover, Ronaldo’s relationship with his manager, Ralf Rangnick, is reportedly still tense after the incident in the match against Brentford. Ronaldo was angry after Rangnick replaced him with Harry Maguire.